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A Story of I Wayan Adi Sudirtayasa, Bangkit 2023 Batch 1 Graduate from Informatics Engineering, Universitas Primakara Getting a head start can help us gain practical experience and prepare for future career advancement. I Wayan Adi Sudirtayasa (22) thoroughly understands this matter. Aspiring to be a digital talent, Adi—that’s what he’s called—recognized the highly competitive landscape of tech and knew that he must be well-prepared to stand out from the crowd. Being prospective about his tech career, Adi proactively sought opportunities, including participating in Bangkit 2023 Batch 1, to gain insights into the industry’s expectations of recent graduates. Now, Adhi is a Web Engineer at a startup. How was Adi’s journey before becoming a full-time tech talent? Let’s dive deep into his story! Adi’s Work Experience Began in High School Adi was born and raised in Denpasar, Bali. His parents, who worked as a sports store clerk and factory cleaner, instilled a strong sense of responsibility ...

A story of Dery Sudrajat, Bangkit 2021 Distinction Graduate from Software Engineering, Telkom University Purwokerto, and Bangkit 2024 Batch 1 Instructor Many aspire to work in an international company. However, achieving this goal requires significant effort. Dery Sudrajat (25) demonstrated that numerous steps are involved in securing a position at a multinational company like the International Bank of Korea. Dery—that’s what he’s called—has prepared for his promising future since a very young age. In high school, he started commuting to Jakarta from Cirebon to obtain a better learning ecosystem. He was motivated by the lack of a supportive programmer ecosystem in Cirebon. He also saw a good benchmark of the Android Developer ecosystem in Jakarta through Google Developer Group (GDG) Jakarta. Besides getting involved in the developer community, Dery shaped his readiness by joining Bangkit. As a result, he was ready to embark on his international career as an Android Engineer at the Indu...

A Story of Novebri Tito Ramadhani, Bangkit 2023 Batch 2 Graduate from Mechatronic Engineering, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta Only a few people can succeed in a field they have been passionate about since childhood. Novebri Tito Ramadhani (22) is one of them. His early interest in robotics has led him to a career in a closely related field. Tito—that’s what he’s called—has been enthusiastic about robotics since middle school. His passion for robotics grew more robust and led him to study in Bangkit. His Bangkit’s learning experience earned him many, from being ready to compete in robotics competitions to receiving a full-time AI-related job offer from a state-owned enterprise. Curious about Tito’s journey? Let’s check out the full story below! Tito’s Teenage Years Were Characterized by a Love of Robotics In 2002, Tito was born into a family that prioritized education. His parents instilled in him the belief that no matter how knowledgeable someone is, continuous learning is essential fo...

A Story of I Komang Pranadita Kusuma Jaya, Bangkit 2022 Graduate from Information System, Universitas Brawijaya Many things can drive us to push our learning limits, but for I Komang Pranadita Kusuma Jaya (23), Bangkit's learning environment provides unmatched encouragement for him to thrive. Far before achieving many after Bangkit, Prana—that’s what he’s called—was just a young man who frequently observed his father use AutoCAD at work. Since that moment, Prana’s curiosity has grown stronger, leading him to study Information Systems at university, join Bangkit, and land a job in a multinational tech company from the United States. How has Prana transformed himself into someone keen to achieve more? Let’s read his story! Prepared for a Promising Career Since College Prana was born and raised in Denpasar as the youngest of three. Born to a father who worked as a contractor, he spent time seeing his father tinkering with AutoCAD most of the time. Little Prana thought that it would be...

A Story of Eco-Route, One of the Top 20 Product-Based Capstone Projects in Bangkit 2023 Batch 1 In 2023, Remotivi surveyed 1097 urban and rural residents in Indonesia. The results indicated that 63% of respondents didn’t perceive the climate crisis as dangerous. In reality, the climate crisis can have significant threats, including heavy rainfall, extended droughts, and strong storms. The survey revealed that Indonesians' awareness of the climate crisis remains relatively low. Eco-Route, a Bangkit 2023 Batch 1 Incubation Program participant, wants to help people understand more about emissions. This is important considering the contribution of vehicle emissions to the climate crisis. Are you curious how Eco-Route created an app to increase people’s awareness about emissions, earning them a spot in the Bangkit Incubation Program? Let’s explore their journey! Tech Innovation Securing Incubation Funding Eco-Route is a team of six core members. They are students from diverse universiti...

A story of Fitroh Izatul Malkiyah, Bangkit 2023 Batch 2 Graduate from Informatics, Universitas Amikom Purwokerto It’s not a given that everyone can easily continue their studies at university. Fitroh Izatul Malkiyah (23), a young woman from Kabupaten Tegal, once faced difficulties pursuing higher education. Her family’s financial instability made it challenging for Fitroh—that’s what she’s called—to continue her education. “I don't want you to get your hopes up too much about going to college. I might not be able to afford it all the way through," Fitroh’s mom once said. However, Fitroh’s remained optimistic about going to college. She refused to let her family’s financial difficulties hinder her from her goals. After remaining hopeful, her perseverance paid off when she was granted a government scholarship. Finally, Fitroh’s college life began, and so did her Bangkit journey. What was the process that led Fitroh to become a successful tech talent? Let’s dive deeper into her i...

A Story of SkinCheck.AI, One of the Top 20 Product-Based Capstone Projects in Bangkit 2023 Batch 1 “According to JakPat in the 2021 Beauty Trends Survey, ‘Acne-free skin is considered the ideal skin condition.’ 81% of respondents consider this to be the ideal skin condition. Otherwise, only 41% of respondents consider white skin to be the ideal skin.” — ( Katadata, 2022 ) The same survey from JakPat shows that 8 out of 10 women agree that skincare products are more important than makeup. Additionally, 8 out of 10 respondents, both women and men, believe that taking care of their face is a form of investment in skin health. In recent years, there has been a growing trend among Indonesians to prioritize their appearance, leading to increased efforts in skincare routines. However, this skincare usage surge often does not match knowledge about its potential risks. Moreover, many people still believe in dermatological myths. Fortunately, a group of young people from Bangkit made a breakthro...

A Story of Wahyu Syarif Hidayatullah, Bangkit 2022 Graduate from Computer Science, Universitas Bumigora “Until 2019, 94 million Indonesian adults could not access the Internet on a mobile device. Around 60 - 70% of Indonesians living in the country’s eastern region are inadequately connected due to variable quality of service.” – World Bank Group (2022) Born and raised in Lombok Timur, Nusa Tenggara Barat, a region with limited internet access, Wahyu Syarif Hidayatullah’s (24) passion for technology thrived. This condition fueled his curiosity and ignited a fire to leverage technology for positive change. However, COVID-19 impacted his education and became an obstacle to his dream. It didn’t stop his quest to give inclusive internet access to others. Otherwise, it led him to Bangkit. After 900 hours of learning Mobile Development (Android), he graduated and worked for a well-known telecommunications operator in Indonesia. Now, he is contributing to giving a better signal to Eastern Ind...

A Story of Wisnu, One of the Top 20 Product-Based Capstone Projects in Bangkit 2023 Batch 1 Tourism is crucial to the Indonesian economy, significantly contributing to foreign exchange earnings. Both nature and cultural heritage are major components that boast a unique combination of a holiday in a tropical climate experience. A survey by Badan Pusat Statistik (BPS) or Statistics Indonesia 2023 recorded that the number of foreign tourist arrivals in Indonesia had reached 11,68 million, increasing 98,30% from 2022. However, this figure is still under the pre-COVID-19, with over 16 million foreign tourists in 2019. So, is it possible to boost that in the coming year? Fortunately, a group of young people from Bangkit made a breakthrough by releasing Wisnu (Wisata Nusantara). This app helps tourists find well-known destinations or hidden gems to be recognized by locals and internationals. So, who are they, and what do they make? Let’s read the whole story! Competed Fiercely in the Incubati...